Horses are often very concerned about the float ramp. Slipping destroys their confidence. Horses sometimes will not go into a float because they are worried about coming out!
It is essential to provide a true non-slip surface. The only truly non-slip ramp I have ever seen is as pictured below. Rubber nodules face up, there is absolutely no slip. Many people tell me that their ramp is non-slip and that is often true when dry. However, once wet or pooped on, their ramp becomes slippery. Not so with the ramp below, it is non-slip regardless of the weather or poop.
The horse is facing down the ramp but it is just as secure when the horse is reversing out.
Non-Slip Ramp Challenge - If you have a truly non-slip ramp that stands up under the effects of water and poop, please make a video, post on YouTube and email me the link. The video will need to show a wet surface to convince me.
Inside the float - this is optional but the mats can face down for a very comfy ride!
The mat size is 1.0 metre x 0.5m and is screwed onto the ramp.
Three mats are usually required for a ramp.
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